Southeast Division Sleepers

Atlanta – Bryan Little (C) – Making a huge impression last year, Little was a factor playing in all situations in Atlanta. Even with the Thrashers bringing in Antropov in the off-season, Little should still play on the top line with Russian snipe Ilya Kovalchuk. A rise in last years stats should be expected.

FEARLESS FORECAST – 82 GP – 27 G – 35 A – 62 PTS

Carolina – Tuomo Ruutu (C) – Not a household name by any means, Ruutu has settled in his role in Carolina nicely. A top 6 forward in Carolina, Ruutu quietly compiled 79 PIMs and 54 points in 79 games last season. Expect Ruutu to repeat his numbers once again and add depth to your fantasy roster.

FEARLESS FORECAST – 80 GP – 27 G – 28 A – 55 PTS

Florida – Michael Frolik (C) – A successful rookie campaign last season helped the Panthers attempt to reach the playoffs for the first time in years. Without many highly skilled forwards in Florida, Frolik automatically becomes a top 6 forward which will help him add to his 45 points in 79 games. He should be able to overcome the sophomore slump this year.

FEARLESS FORECAST – 82 GP – 22 G – 29 A – 51 PTS

Tampa Bay – Steven Stamkos (C) – The highly touted rookie started slowly out of the gate last season. With further experience and a stable atmosphere in Tampa, Stamkos will be able to elevate his game and move from sleeper to keeper in no time. Stamkos heated up late in the season last year and scored 46 points in 79 games.

FEARLESS FORECAST – 80 GP – 25 G – 40 A – 65 PTS

Washington – Brooks Laich (C) – The Capitals possess some of the most exciting young players in the game to date. Besides the obvious stars, Brooks Laich has slowly become a contributor in Washington. With 53 points in 82 games, Laich should improve his number from last season. At any given time during the season he will be the second line center as Brendan Morrison does not have what it takes to keep up any longer.

FEARLESS FORECAST – 82 GP – 26 G – 34 A – 60 PTS

Mark